Video Editor, Long Beach

$45-50/hr (w2,eligible for overtime and benefits!)

Ideal candidates are able to start within 2 weeks

About the Role
We’re looking for a highly creative, well-rounded Video Editor to craft compelling, story-driven content across multiple formats, from short-form social (30 seconds to 3 minutes) to longer-form pieces for presentations and events.

This role is ideal for an editor with strong documentary instincts who can shape narrative from raw footage, building emotional, engaging stories using interviews, talking heads, scripted content, and b-roll. You won’t just cut footage, you’ll help define the story.

What We’re Looking For

4–5+ years of professional video editing experience (in-house preferred)

Strong storytelling instincts with the ability to build narrative from scratch

Experience editing short-form content (30 sec–3 min) and longer-form pieces

Proficiency in NLE tools (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve)

Experience with color grading, sound design, and visual effects

Highly organized, able to manage and review large volumes of footage

Able to start within 2 weeks and work onsite in Long Beach, CA

What You’ll Do

Edit high-quality video content from rough cut through final delivery

Review raw footage and independently shape narrative arcs and story structure

Craft documentary-style content across social, brand, and presentation formats

Integrate interviews, talking heads, and b-roll into cohesive, engaging stories

Execute color grading, sound design, and light VFX

Collaborate with creative and production teams while owning the edit

Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines

Details

Freelance contract, ~3 months with potential to extend

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